Opportunity to chart a common course

With more than 100 business executives in his entourage, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's state visit to China is heavily business-oriented.

The centerpiece, therefore, is expected to be tomorrow's economic and trade forum, which both President Xi Jinping and his Turkish guests are expected to attend.

Having previously expressed their interest in jointly developing the Silk Road Economic Belt and 21st Century Maritime Silk Road, this visit represents the first serious opportunity for them to chart a common course for their shared commitment.